Welcome To StressLess Week 2026

StressLess Week is following the NHS 5 Ways to Wellbeing, and today we are focusing on Connect. This is about reaching out to others, spending time together, and feeling part of something. Whether it’s chatting with a friend, meeting someone new, or simply sharing a space with others, connection can help you feel supported and less alone. When everything feels a bit overwhelming, even a small moment of connection can make a big difference.

To start the week, we’re opening up a relaxed, creative space where you can connect in a way that feels easy and natural. No pressure, no expectations, just a chance to be around others and do something a little different.

There will be a range of crafts to get involved in throughout the day. You can design your own journal cover, paint a plant pot and take home a little plant to look after, create your own lava lamp, or build a vision board for the weeks ahead. Whether you get stuck into something creative or just have a go, it’s all about taking a moment for yourself while sharing the experience with others.

We’ll have snacks available including crisps, cakes and chocolate, so you can treat yourself while you take part and settle into the space.

At the centre of it all is our De-Stress Dome, a cosy, low stimulation space designed to help you properly unwind. Inside, you’ll find soft lighting, calming visuals, and a gentle atmosphere that helps you slow things down. It’s somewhere you can step away from the busy campus, take a breather, and just exist for a moment. You can sit quietly, reset, or simply enjoy a bit of calm before heading back out.

You can also find out what’s happening across campus throughout StressLess Week, book onto upcoming events, and even pick up a few prizes along the way. With a free goodie bag to the first 100 students. It’s the start of a week designed to help you relax, recharge, and find your own way to wellbeing before assessments begin.

So come along, bring a friend or make a new one, and take a moment for yourself.

Let’s craft a connection 💛